Panasonic FS12 vs Sony A300

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FS12 and Sony A300, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the FS12 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS12 was released 15 months after the A300 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FS12 scores versus the A300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS12 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony A300 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 and Sony A300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS12 versus the A300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and A300 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and A300.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS12 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic FS12 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FS12 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.